Dr. Tara Carmen Benton MD
Pediatrician | Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
2401 Gillham Rd Kansas City MO, 64108About
Dr. Tara Benton is a pediatrician practicing in Kansas City, MO. Dr. Benton is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Benton diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Benton can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine 2007
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
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- Asthma
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